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Belgium then had the wisdom not to oppose the current of history, and-a deed without precedent in the story of peaceful decolonisation-she let our country pass directly from foreign domination to full independence.

— Joseph Kasa-Vubu

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Congolese of all provinces and races, we are bringing you independance... This independance has been won by a united front of all Congolese delegates.

Nothing can be built on hatred, bitterness, or on vengeance.

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